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Letsatsi Game Lodge

Letsatsi Game Lodge

Game Lodge in Free StateFree State

Letsatsi Game Lodge

Game Lodge in Free StateFree State
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Capacity 124
Children All ages
Rooms 41
Check in 14:00 to 22:00

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Check out 10:00
Letsatsi Game Lodge is located in the Free State, 110 km from Gariep Dam and 173 km from Bloemfontein. The lodge caters for travellers, conferences and functions, and offers an excellent restaurant. Letsatsi has been designed, constructed and furnished to fit in with its natural surroundings. The buildings are made of natural stone and have thatched roofs; while the interior reflects the cultures, arts and crafts of the people indigenous to South Africa.

The lodge offers accommodation in 22 chalets. Each chalet has a private bathroom and patio, with a unique view of the surrounding bush. The lodge offers comfortable lounges, a bar area and a dining area for guests to enjoy. The public areas open onto a wooden deck with a view of the African savannah and the swimming pool. During the colder months, there are fireplaces throughout the main lodge to keep guests warm and comfortable.

The bush camp offers more rustic accommodation for groups of up to 40 people. Thatch covers the luxury tents and each tent is equipped with 2 single beds, a wardrobe, electricity, linen, and electric blankets to ensure camping in comfort.

The reserve offers game drives, where guests can search for small game and an abundance of birds. For the adventurous guest, Letsatsi Game Lodge offers mountain biking and hiking trails. The surrounding area offers breathtaking hills and valleys descending from the river Caledon in the Southern Free State.
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Letsatsi Game Lodge is located in the Free State, 110 km from Gariep Dam and 173 km from Bloemfontein. The lodge caters for travellers, conferences and functions, and offers an excellent restaurant. Letsatsi has been designed, constructed and furnished to fit in with its natural surroundings. The buildings are made of natural stone and have thatched roofs; while the interior reflects the cultures, arts and crafts of the people indigenous to South Africa.

The lodge offers accommodation in 22 chalets. Each chalet has a private bathroom and patio, with a unique view of the surrounding bush. The lodge offers comfortable lounges, a bar area and a dining area for guests to enjoy. The public areas open onto a wooden deck with a view of the African savannah and the swimming pool. During the colder months, there are fireplaces throughout the main lodge to keep guests warm and comfortable.

The bush camp offers more rustic accommodation for groups of up to 40 people. Thatch covers the luxury tents and each tent is equipped with 2 single beds, a wardrobe, electricity, linen, and electric blankets to ensure camping in comfort.

The reserve offers game drives, where guests can search for small game and an abundance of birds. For the adventurous guest, Letsatsi Game Lodge offers mountain biking and hiking trails. The surrounding area offers breathtaking hills and valleys descending from the river Caledon in the Southern Free State.
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Features

Bar
Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Serviced Daily
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
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Reviews (228)

228 guests' feedback
Cleanliness
9
Location
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Service
9
Safety
9.4
Jandre V
With partner
10
"Hidden gem among the beautiful Free State landscape."

My better half and I visited this gem of a destination during the December holidays of 2017. Between Smithfield and Buthuli you will find the turn off which is clearly marked with the accommodation's name on it. You drive along a dirt road for about 4 km before you find the gate of Letsatsi, and what a sight this large and professional gate is. Through the gate you drive about another 3 km and at that stage you wonder if you will ever see the place which is so well hidden between the mountains and ravines that you only notice it upon arrival. Letsatsi is definitely one of the most beautiful destinations I've had the privilege of visiting because you see for yourself the building styles and the effort that went into every little detail. The reception, restaurant and pool areas are all breathtakingly beautifully laid out but until you see it for yourself it is difficult to explain. From the huge swimming pool one looks out on one of the waterholes where the animals come to quench their thirst. It's definitely a sight to behold and you really get that real "African feeling" when you look out over the water hole and mountains on the horizon. The chalets that are available looked very neat and luxurious, but we booked accommodation in the forest camp. If you have a bakkie or 4x4 car you can drive the 1 - 2 km to the forest camp yourself, but even if you arrive with your car, Letsatsi's friendly and helpful staff members will be happy to drive you back and forth between stays and restaurant (which I consider very nice and hospitable). The restaurant definitely also carries a 4-star rating because the food was breathtakingly beautiful and delicious. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner at the luxury restaurant and everything was of top quality. What more could one want than delicious dishes and a picture-perfect view... The forest camp is built in a gorge between the mountains right next to a creek. With the current drought, the creek unfortunately did not have running water, but the many cute wooden bridges were at least still something to behold. Hidden between the woods and mountains, there are 24 two-man forest tents with their own covered porches as well as a lapa shelter on top of the tent to ensure no rain will disturb you. The tents are somewhat handsome with two single beds as well as a larger bedside table on which the lamp stands. If you bring your basic luggage to the tent there is more than enough room. With the tent that has electricity, you can charge all your mobile phones, but unfortunately (or shall I say, fortunately) there is no mobile phone signal at the bush camp. I had room for my fan, so the tent definitely has plenty of room provided you didn't bring your entire trek. The general ablution units were also laid out in the most convenient way possible and even among the mountains no effort was spared to make them appear as luxurious as possible. If you want to get away from the city where even cell phone signal is lost, I would definitely recommend this forest tent. There is a common kitchen area with fridge, kettle, dining tables as well as all your necessary accessories for guests' convenience. There is also a general braai area where the guests can relax and socialize together. If my adventures ever take me in the direction of Smithfield again, I will definitely visit the beautiful Letsatsi Game Lodge again.
Dec 2017
Amanda Z
Family with young children
4.4
"Awful - would not recommend!"

The reception was terrible. We had to get out of the vehicle on arrival and open and close the gate? When we arrived at reception (after I had to knock on the lady's door to get her attention, and mentioned to her that we had to open and close the gate ourselves), she just laughed. Then the lady (who didn't introduce herself or welcome us) couldn't get our reservation? Finally after I had to fill in forms, she got the forms and then mentioned to us that unfortunately we have to pay for our breakfast even though our reservation indicates that it is included. I explained to her that it wasn't what we paid for, but then didn't want to argue any further and left it at that. We just wanted to get to our unit to rest after a 7 hour drive on the road with our two little active boys. When we arrived at the unit at 3pm it was still not ready and not cleaned and to make matters worse there was a dead bird and a bat outside the unit? We were then advised to go back to reception again and wait there while they cleaned and I then mentioned that was unacceptable and I wasn't going to wait because we were really tired and we were then moved to another unit. The unit was very tidy, but the fridge did not work, the braai on the veranda was extremely dirty and the unit had no air conditioning. We called the manager that night at 10pm that night and asked if they had other fans because my kids and I couldn't sleep because of the extreme noise from the fans. We were then told that we could be moved to another unit with air conditioning. I mentioned to him that I was certainly not going to move at 10:00 pm that night. He said he was sorry but then there was nothing else he could do for us. The next morning after breakfast they at least informed us that we didn't have to pay for the breakfast due to the discomfort of the previous night which we really appreciated. But then, unfortunately, we then got a bill because they didn't receive our funds? We were literally in reception for 30 minutes so they could look for our payment (after I also showed our proof of our 50% deposit and the final 50%) if it wasn't for that we would have had to pay the full amount again. We couldn't wait to drive, had to open and close the gate again, but were thankful we could just get away! We had such an amazing holiday and it really ended on a low note! I would not recommend Letsatsi to anyone!
Dec 2014
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Off the R701, Between Smithfield and Bethulie, Smithfield, 9966, Free State
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Rooms

 19 Available

Tents

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R860
per night (sleeps 2)
 12 Available

Double Chalet

  • Sleeps 3 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • King-size bed
From
R1 595
per night (sleeps 3)
 5 Available
 5 Available

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More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Features
Bar
Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Serviced Daily
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
Facilities
  • Bar
  • Babysitting By Arrangement
  • Swimming Pool
  • Guided Game Drives As Extra
  • Braai Area
  • Guest Lounge
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking Indoors
  • Malaria Free
  • Pets by Arrangement
  • Restaurant On Premises
  • Satellite TV
  • Self Catering
  • Serviced Daily
  • Free Wifi
  • Conferencing Facilities
  • WiFi
Activities Onsite
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Guided Walk
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
Activities Nearby
  • Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Guided Walk
  • Mountain Biking
Meal Types Offered
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Picnic Baskets By Arrangement
Conferencing Facilities
  • Air Conditioned
  • Break Away Rooms
  • Data Projector
  • Flip Charts
  • Whiteboards
  • Notebook Projector
  • Computer Networking
  • Internet
  • Slide Projector
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Venue Up To 10 Delegates
  • Venue Up To 20 Delegates
  • Venue Up To 30 Delegates
  • Venue Up To 50 Delegates
  • Venue For 50 Or More Delegates
Parking Facilities
  • Secure Parking
  • Behind Remote Gate
  • Covered Parking
  • Off Street Parking
Payments Accepted Onsite
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Cash
  • Electronic Bank Transfer
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Price Includes
Tents
Rates displayed are on a room only basis.
Double Chalet
Rates displayed are on a room only basis.
Four-sleeper Chalet
Rates displayed are on a room only basis.
Six-sleeper Chalet
Rates displayed are on a room only basis.
Check-in/check-out details
Check-in: 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out: 10:00
House rules
Children aged between 0 and 7 pay R 175.00.
Children aged between 8 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.
Please note that there is a dirt road leading to the establishment. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
 19 Available

Tents

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R860
per night (sleeps 2)
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Description

The tented camp is designed for family and group getaways. The bush camp is situated 3km from the Main Lodge and can accommodate up to 38 guests in tents, which all have thatched coverings. Each tent is equipped with 2 single beds, a wardrobe, electricity, linen and electric blankets. Guests have access to a communal bathroom, braai and dining area.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 2 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room serviced daily
Bathroom
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Electric blanket
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Tea and coffee tray
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a room only basis.

House Rules

Children aged between 0 and 7 pay R 175.00.
Children aged between 8 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.
Please note that there is a dirt road leading to the establishment. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

The tented camp is designed for family and group getaways. The bush camp is situated 3km from the Main Lodge and can accommodate up to 38 guests in tents, which all have thatched coverings. Each tent is equipped with 2 single beds, a wardrobe, electricity, linen and electric blankets. Guests have access to a communal bathroom, braai and dining area.

 12 Available

Double Chalet

  • Sleeps 3 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • King-size bed
From
R1 595
per night (sleeps 3)
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Description

The chalet has a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with a corner bath, as well as a small adjacent room for a small child to share with their parents. This smaller room contains a single bed. The chalet has an air conditioner, small fridge and tea and coffee facilities. Please note that this is not a self-catering chalet. Our restaurant at the Main Lodge is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 3 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 3
1 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x King Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Bath, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room serviced daily
  • Wake up call
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • En suite
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Electric blanket
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Tea and coffee tray
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a room only basis.

House Rules

Children aged between 0 and 7 pay R 175.00.
Children aged between 8 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.
Please note that there is a dirt road leading to the establishment. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

The chalet has a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with a corner bath, as well as a small adjacent room for a small child to share with their parents. This smaller room contains a single bed. The chalet has an air conditioner, small fridge and tea and coffee facilities. Please note that this is not a self-catering chalet. Our restaurant at the Main Lodge is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.

 5 Available

Four-sleeper Chalet

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R2 915
per night (sleeps 4)
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Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Description

The chalet comprises of 2 double rooms, 1 with a king-size bed and the other with 2 single beds. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower and air-conditioning. The chalet also offers a small kitchenette with tea and coffee facilities, fridge and a lounge area. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 4 Number of rooms: 2 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x King Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Bath, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room service
  • Room serviced daily
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • En suite
  • Separate toilet
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Dining area
  • Electric blanket
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
Extras
  • Tea and coffee tray
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a room only basis.

House Rules

Children aged between 0 and 7 pay R 175.00.
Children aged between 8 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.
Please note that there is a dirt road leading to the establishment. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

The chalet comprises of 2 double rooms, 1 with a king-size bed and the other with 2 single beds. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower and air-conditioning. The chalet also offers a small kitchenette with tea and coffee facilities, fridge and a lounge area. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.

 5 Available

Six-sleeper Chalet

  • Sleeps 6 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R3 740
per night (sleeps 6)
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Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Free State Accommodation at  | Viya
Description

The chalet comprises 3 double rooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom with a bath and/or shower. There are 2 bedrooms with 2 single beds in each and 1 bedroom with a king-size bed. The chalet also comprises a small kitchenette and a lounge area, and is ideal for a family getaway. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 6 Number of rooms: 3 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x King Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bedroom 3 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Bath, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room service
  • Room serviced daily
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • En suite
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
  • Underfloor heating
Room Facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Dining area
  • Electric blanket
  • Kitchenette
  • Lounge area
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
Extras
  • Tea and coffee tray
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a room only basis.

House Rules

Children aged between 0 and 7 pay R 175.00.
Children aged between 8 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.
Please note that there is a dirt road leading to the establishment. Guests are required to enquire about the condition of the road, before arrival, as it could be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 1 week
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 1 week
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

The chalet comprises 3 double rooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom with a bath and/or shower. There are 2 bedrooms with 2 single beds in each and 1 bedroom with a king-size bed. The chalet also comprises a small kitchenette and a lounge area, and is ideal for a family getaway. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinners.

Letsatsi Game Lodge is located in the Free State, 110 km from Gariep Dam and 173 km from Bloemfontein. The lodge caters for travellers, conferences and functions, and offers an excellent restaurant. Letsatsi has been designed, constructed and furnished to fit in with its natural surroundings. The buildings are made of natural stone and have thatched roofs; while the interior reflects the cultures, arts and crafts of the people indigenous to South Africa.

The lodge offers accommodation in 22 chalets. Each chalet has a private bathroom and patio, with a unique view of the surrounding bush. The lodge offers comfortable lounges, a bar area and a dining area for guests to enjoy. The public areas open onto a wooden deck with a view of the African savannah and the swimming pool. During the colder months, there are fireplaces throughout the main lodge to keep guests warm and comfortable.

The bush camp offers more rustic accommodation for groups of up to 40 people. Thatch covers the luxury tents and each tent is equipped with 2 single beds, a wardrobe, electricity, linen, and electric blankets to ensure camping in comfort.

The reserve offers game drives, where guests can search for small game and an abundance of birds. For the adventurous guest, Letsatsi Game Lodge offers mountain biking and hiking trails. The surrounding area offers breathtaking hills and valleys descending from the river Caledon in the Southern Free State.
This place is highly rated!
This place is highly rated!
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